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Celebrating National Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
Happy National Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month! This month-long celebration begins on September 15th and goes until October 15th, paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. We also honor the cultural richness of Hispanic Americans, whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
September 15th is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also, Indigenous Peoples Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.
The inaugural Latino Heritage Month Speaker Series kicks off on Friday, Sept. 15 at 5:45pm with Civil Rights activist and Medal of Freedom recipient Sylvia Mendez at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center. Mendez is also a retired nurse who at age eight, played an instrumental role in the Mendez v. Westminster case, the landmark desegregation case of 1946. The case successfully ended de jure segregation in California and paved the way for integration and the American civil rights movement. Organized by the Latino Leaders Coalition of the Bay Area (LLCBA), the speaker series celebrates and showcases the rich diversity of the Latino community and is focused on reaching students to help them turn their dreams into reality.
Download the My Brisbane App!
With the My Brisbane mobile app, you can submit service requests with just a few taps on your phone. To get started, simply download the My Brisbane app from the App Store or Google Play Store. Once you've opened the app, select "Start Request". You can choose the type of request you want to submit, whether it has to do with city street trees, the Marina, or water/sewer leaks. You'll then be prompted to take a photo of the issue and provide a brief description. You can also use the app to track the status of your request and receive updates on when it will be addressed. Now, My Brisbane users can report a vehicle to the Brisbane Police Dept. that has been parked for more than 72 hours, making it illegal per CVC 22651(k).
Download the My Brisbane app today and start reporting issues with ease. Note: no smartphone? No problem. My Brisbane can also be accessed via a webform on the City's website at brisbaneca.org/contact.
Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant in the Community Development Department
The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant in the Community Development Department. The ideal candidate for this position is self-motivated, provides varied and office administrative and secretarial support to a department head and related management, professional, and supervisory staff; performs technical support work related to the department to which assigned; may provide lead direction and/or training to a small office support staff on a project or day-to-day basis; and performs related work as required.
If you think you have what it takes to excel in this position, please be sure to apply online at brisbaneca.org/jobs by Wednesday, October 4th!
Congratulations to Joe Friars for 18 Years of Dedicated Service to the City of Brisbane
Today, Public Works Team Leader Joe Friars worked his last shift as Building and Grounds Team Leader in the Public Works Department. He could often be seen speaking with certified arborists, walking through City parks, and supervising his crew around town. Have a happy retirement, Joe, and thank you for all your service to the City of Brisbane!
New COVID-19 Vaccine - What You Need to Know
The FDA approved a new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna and Pfizer and recommends it for anyone 6 months and older, regardless of vaccination status. The FDA notes that it is safe to receive the new COVID-19 vaccine with the flu and RSV vaccinations. The new COVID-19 vaccine is classified as a vaccine and not a booster because it's designed to target COVID-19 strains that are currently circulating, specifically omicron variant XBB.1.5, which drove a majority of infections in early 2023. This vaccine also protects against the newer variants such as EG.5 & BA.2.86.
“Staying up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine is the best way to keep your immunity strong and protect yourself and others from severe illness, hospitalization and death,” said Dr. Tomás Aragón, director of the California Department of Public Health.
Additional doses may be recommended for younger children and high-risk individuals based on their vaccination and infection history, but for most individuals, an annual COVID-19 shot is recommended. Those who recently had COVID-19 may choose to wait three months after testing negative to get the updated shot, according to the CDC, but that is not a requirement. Those who recently received the older bivalent booster should wait two months after their most recent dose.
Walgreens & CVS are offering appointments on their website or app, with select locations for walk-in appointments. You can also schedule your appointment on vaccines.gov.
COVID-19 numbers are still lower than at certain points of the pandemic, but hospitalizations and deaths are increasing. Vaccinations may reduce the risk of LONG COVID, which can last for months after infection.
Fall Friday Night Rec Swim is Tonight
September 15 is National POW/MIA Recognition Day
National POW/MIA Recognition Day, which is always the third Friday in September, remembers and honors those Americans who were prisoners of war and those who served and never returned home. Department of Defense's POW/MIA Accounting Agency continues the search for the missing, fulfilling the nation's promise to leave no service member behind. The City of Brisbane is displaying the POW/MIA Flag through sundown; the City's Flag Display Schedule can be found at brisbaneca.org/idea.
JUHSD Superintendent Community Update
This week's update includes: Staff E-Team Training Recap, Thornton's Family Community Night, High School Fair for Future Students, Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month, and more! Get signed up to receive these weekly updates during the school year.
Upcoming Public Meetings
Archived Meeting Videos
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting - Wednesday, Sept. 13, 6:30pm
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